2006 BMW 120 vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | Berline |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |